International
Lemon Herb Quinoa Bowl
⏱ 35 minutes
🍽 4 people
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Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mixed roasted vegetables (such as zucchini, bell peppers, and carrots)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Preparation Steps
- Rinse the quinoa in a fine mesh strainer and drain well
- In a medium saucepan, bring the quinoa and water to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the quinoa is tender
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat, add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant
- Stir in the roasted vegetables, parsley, lemon juice, and thyme, cook for 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables are heated through
- Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork and stir in the vegetable mixture, season with salt and pepper to taste
- Transfer the quinoa mixture to a serving bowl and top with crumbled feta cheese, if using
- Serve warm and enjoy
